Coast Guard Seeks Great Lakes Security Committee Fill-In
Published Date: 10/7/2026
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Summary
The Coast Guard is looking for someone to fill a spot on the Eastern Great Lakes, Western New York Area Maritime Security Committee. This group helps keep local ports safe by planning and updating security measures. If you want to apply, send your application by October 31, 2026—no cost involved, just a chance to help protect your community’s waterways!
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One volunteer Vice‑Chair vacancy — apply by Oct 31
The U.S. Coast Guard is accepting applications to fill one Executive Board member vacancy to serve as Vice‑Chairperson on the Eastern Great Lakes, Western New York Area Maritime Security Sub‑Committee. You can apply by sending your application to Captain of the Port, Buffalo (Attention: LCDR Kyle Maxey, 1 Fuhrmann Boulevard, Buffalo, NY 14203-3189) and applications must arrive by October 31, 2026. There is no cost to apply and the role helps plan and update local port security.
Five‑year experience, unpaid 5‑year term, background check possible
To serve, you must have at least five years of experience related to maritime or port security operations; members may need to pass a security background check. The member's term of office is five years (with eligibility for additional terms) and members do not receive salary or other compensation for their service.
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